How the UAE’s decision to leave Opec could recast the Middle East
- Posted on April 28, 2026
- By The Guardian
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In brief
The UAE's strategic withdrawal from OPEC marks a significant geopolitical shift in Middle Eastern energy politics. This move undermines Saudi Arabia's regional leadership and OPEC's collective bargaining power, while potentially enhancing US influence across the Gulf. The decision reflects growing divergence among Arab oil producers and could reshape global energy diplomacy and oil market dynamics for years to come.
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How the UAE’s decision to leave Opec could recast the Middle East
Defection is damaging to Saudi Arabia’s prestige – and could strengthen the US hand in the region
